The Unique Private Tour of Samaria Gorge

Hike the stunning Samaria Gorge, Europe's largest, from Omalos to Agia Roumeli. Enjoy the scenic trail, free time for swimming or lunch, and a ferry ride to Sougia/Sfakia, with hotel drop-off. 

• Hike Europe's largest gorge.
• Unwind at Agia Roumeli beach.
• Breathtaking views in Chania's nature.
• Discover Chania's scenic White Mountains.
• Samaria Gorge: A natural wonder in Crete.

Embark on "The Unique Tour of Samaria Gorge" for an unforgettable journey through Europe's largest gorge, nestled in the stunning White Mountains of Chania. Recognized as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, this 18-km natural wonder offers breathtaking views and diverse wildlife. Your adventure begins with hotel pickup and a drive to the Omalos plateau. Starting at Xyloskalo (1,227m), hike a well-marked trail through rocky terrain, alongside a picturesque riverbed, and marvel at the rich flora and fauna. The trail ends at Agia Roumeli, where you can unwind with a refreshing swim or savor a local meal. Conclude your day with a scenic ferry ride to Sougia or Sfakia, where our driver awaits to return you to your hotel. With a knowledgeable guide, all logistics handled (entrance fees, boat tickets, bottled water), and memories guaranteed, this tour offers a perfect blend of adventure, nature, and relaxation. Explore Chania’s wild side and create lasting memories! 

The gorge of Samaria is the gem of the White Mountains! Hidden in the south part of the Chania district, it is the biggest gorge in Europe, covering an area of 18 kilometres in length. The nature park of Samaria was added to the World Network of Biosphere Reserves by UNESCO in 1981, with the aim to give prominence to and to protect valuable habitats for man and the rest of the biosphere. The gorge of Samaria is counted among the top destinations of the Chania district, and a journey to Chania can never be considered complete unless you visit the gorge. You should therefore attempt a visit there, and its beauty will definitely not disappoint you. The gorge’s path starts at Xyloskalo (Omalos plateau, 1.227 meters altitude), and after following the river bed, it ends up at the littoral village of Agia Roumeli. The trail of Samaria is the most visited trail in the country. It is perfectly equipped with signals and signs which eliminate the danger of getting lost, it is comfortable and very well cared for, mostly with stones and soil. It is not considered a challenging hike, vivid proof that hundreds of people cross it daily from the opening (in May) till the closing of its visiting season (in October). It is an enjoyable hike, a bit demanding as it is quite rocky, with many landscape alternations and a multifaceted environment. However, one should always keep in mind that though the trail as a whole is not tricky, one should be more careful during some parts of the trek. Trip Itinerary: Your escort will pick you up from your hotel’s lobby with one of our comfortable & luxury vans we drive to Omalos plateau. We can have a short stop for breakfast & coffee (optional) before you enter Samaria. Then we start hiking. Inside the gorge, you can walk on your pace-however, your escort follows in a close distance for safety reasons. The gorge ends up at the village of Agia Roumeli. There, you have free time to swim in Agia Roumeli or lunch (optional). At 17:30, the ferry will get you to Sougia or Sfakia (usually Sougia) & the driver will be waiting at the port to drop you off again at your hotel. 

• Samaria Gorge, Samaria Gorge, Sfakia 730 11, Greece
• Hora Sfakion, Hora Sfakion, Greece

Children must always be accompanied by an adult, Not wheelchair accessible, Wine tasting is not allowed for children under 18 years old. Water or fresh orange juice will be offered instead., The company reserves the right to make minor changes in the program when this is considered necessary, for example in case of unfavorable weather conditions. This can be done without prior notice., Reservations must be made 12 hours before the tour. A cancellation must be done 24 hours before the tour for a refund. In case of later cancellations, no refund will be made from the company., If a tour is cancelled due to low participation or bad weather conditions, the company will refund 100% of made payments, In case of allergies, tolerances or food preferences please inform the company in advance.

The company reserves the right to make minor changes in the program when this is considered necessary, for example in case of unfavorable weather conditions. This can be done without prior notice., Reservations must be made 12 hours before the tour. A cancellation must be done 24 hours before the tour for a refund. In case of later cancellations, no refund will be made from the company., If a tour is cancelled due to low participation or bad weather conditions, the company will refund 100% of made payments, In case of allergies, tolerances or food preferences please inform the company in advance.